The Best Fuss Free Bases

When it comes to bases, there’s nothing better than those ones that you can throw on and go. Sure, I love sitting down and having a few minutes to do my makeup but on those days where I’m running late or just don’t have the patience I have a few bases that I always come back to. Fuss free and super handy on those days where I just have to run out of the door.

Palmers CC Cream* –

On those days where I’m going out to run some errands and can’t be bothered with a full face of makeup, all it takes is a squeeze of this and a quick once over with my fingers to even out my complexion and make me look a little less red. It’s not huge on the pigmentation front but it just adds a little something extra to my skin.

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser –

The original favourite for me when it comes to fuss free bases. This one’s super lightweight so, again, a quick going over with my fingers is enough to blend this in seamlessly. The formula is thin but still manages to leave my skin looking even and much less red, it even covers any little imperfections I might have around the place.

Smashbox Camera Ready BB Water –

By far the most interesting base in my drawers and one that I’ve definitely been reaching for more and more lately. This stuff literally does feel like water, it’s super easy and oddly refreshing to apply (I either go in with my fingers or with my Louise Young LY34 Brush). It leaves my skin feeling glowy and a little more covered. I also love using this one as a bit of a primer and then going over any areas that need a little more coverage with a heavier foundation.
(I’ve given this one a more thorough review here)

BareMinerals Complexion Rescue –

If I had to pick a favourite of the bunch, I think this one might be it. It’s slightly thicker than the others on the list but when paired with my LY34 brush, it works miracles. For something that feels so comfortable on the skin, it’s amazing how much it manages to cover and it lasts so well all day long – I’m always surprised by how flawless my base looks even at the end of the day.(If you want more info on this beauty, I did a full review here)

Revlon Photoready Insta-Fix Foundation –

Now this one’s in the mix for slightly different reasons – it’s the application of this one that’s so no fuss. All that’s required is a few stripes on the forehead, cheeks and chin and a few seconds to blend either with your fingers or my preferred method, a Beauty Blender, for a really great coverage that wears well all day long. I was surprised by how lightweight this was, being more familiar with those heavy formulas that normally come in stick form.(A full review can be found here, if you’re interested)

For any beauty lover, a foolproof and fuss free base is a necessity, and I think it’s fair to say I’ve got more than enough to last me a little while…

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